Chicken fingers vs. Jerky — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chicken fingers and jerky
- Chicken fingers have more vitamin B3, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, and vitamin E, while jerky has more zinc, iron, vitamin B12, and folate.
- Jerky covers your daily need for zinc, 67% more than chicken fingers.
- Chicken fingers contain 8 times more vitamin B5 than jerky. While chicken fingers contain 1.244mg of vitamin B5, jerky contains only 0.163mg.
- The amount of sodium in chicken fingers is lower.
- Jerky has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of jerky is 0, while the glycemic index of chicken fingers is 46.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, chicken tenders and Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +105.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +63.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +82.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +17.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +642.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +229% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1042.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +44.3% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +546.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +26.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +374.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +663.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +138% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +247.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +518.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +605.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +149.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
Protein:
33.2 g
Fats:
25.6 g
Carbs:
11 g
Water:
23.36 g
Other:
6.84 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +56.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +99.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +72.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +83.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +132.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.011 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +472% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +134.1% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Zinc | 0.71mg | 8.11mg | 67% |
| Iron | 0.73mg | 5.42mg | 59% |
| Sodium | 769mg | 2081mg | 57% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.217mg | 1.732mg | 41% |
| Saturated fat | 2.493g | 10.85g | 38% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.99µg | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.783g | 1.011g | 32% |
| Folate | 19µg | 134µg | 29% |
| Protein | 19.22g | 33.2g | 28% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 0.163mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.426mg | 0.179mg | 19% |
| Copper | 0.069mg | 0.227mg | 18% |
| Fats | 13.95g | 25.6g | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 3.17mg | 0.49mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 282mg | 407mg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.83g | 11.305g | 16% |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 109.1mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 10.7µg | 12% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 410kcal | 7% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 597mg | 7% |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Manganese | 0.228mg | 0.111mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 51mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 2.3µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.154mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.179mg | 0.142mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 1.8g | 2% |
| Carbs | 17.25g | 11g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0.3µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 11IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.05g | 9.2g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 48mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 9g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | N/A |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
111%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken fingers contains less Sodium (difference - 1312mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken fingers is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.357g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken fingers is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (48 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.